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Astros Get Ready For The Future
By Markus Garcia Change is coming to Houston. Next year the Houston Astros will be moving from the National League Central to the American League West and the team is already preparing for the move.Astros Mills Believes In Quantity & Quality
By Ross Lippman When Spring Training ends, the Houston Astros roster will go from 65 players to 25. Manager Brad Mills wants to make sure he creates relationships with everyone on the team, even with the players who don't make the cut.Skies Clear for Phillies in Clearwater
By Lily Zhao One big hit made Lou Montanez a big hit. Montanez's walk off home run in the tenth inning helped redeem the Philadelphia Phillies 10-3 loss to the Houston Astros yesterday.New Team, New Season For McGehee
By Christine Roy Casey McGehee is looking for a fresh start in Pittsburgh. This comes after the third baseman was traded from the Milwaukee Brewers during the offseason.Orioles Eye Flight From Divisional Depths
By Alex Yoh Baltimore has been bogged down in the AL East for more than a decade. The Orioles have not had a winning season since 1997.Atlanta Drops the Ball in Sarasota
By Samantha Russo The Atlanta Braves have only one win to show so far this Spring Training. Today's 2-1 loss against the Orioles will make three consecutive losses.A New Prince in Lakeland
By Ross Lippman Motown's future is looking bright. It's all because of a Prince....Fielder that is. The Tigers may have found their key to a World Series title by signing Prince Fielder to a $214 million, nine-year contract.Astros Blast the Phillies for Second Straight Win
By Lily Zhao The runs came fast and often. The Houston Astros outplayed and outscored the Philadelphia Phillies 10-3 for their second straight Spring Training win.Braves Rookie Steps Into Big Role
By Christine Roy Tyler Pastornicky has a new job. This year he'll be the Atlanta Braves starting shortstop. Coming into Spring Training as a rookie can be overwhelming.Beachy Can't Find the Sun in Lakeland
By Christine Roy The Atlanta Braves can't seem to figure out the Detroit Tigers. In their two previous matchups this spring, the Braves have lost by a combined score of 20-3. Today's 5-1 loss only added to their troubles.The Red Sox Need The Right Fielder
By Markus Garcia Cody Ross is playing baseball in a familiar state. For the majority of his career he has played for the Marlins in Florida. But during the offseason the Boston Red Sox signed him as a free agent right-fielder.Papelbon Now Closing a Different Door
Alex Yoh Jonathan Papelbon may have a new gig, but his attitude remains the same.Sox and Blue Jays End in a Draw
By Lily Zhao His No. 28 jersey might be retired, but his voice carries on. After 22 years on the mound, former Minnesota Twins pitcher Bert Blyleven traded in his seat in the dugout for one in the broadcast booth.Jumping Onto the Scene
By Lily Zhao Ben Revere is making a name for himself. Last season the Minnesota Twins outfielder burst onto the scene by recording 34 stolen bases and making acrobatic catches in centerfield.Red Sox continue to roll
By Markus Garcia It didn't take long for the Red Sox newest starting pitcher to be impressive. Today, Daniel Bard made his debut as a starter against the Baltimore Orioles.Red Sox React to Varitek's Retirement
By Ben Barker The Boston Red Sox will be without a captain in 2012. After a full off-season of uncertainty, Jason Varitek announced his retirement from Major League Baseball. Varitek played for the Red Sox for fifteen seasons, seven of them as captain.Fourth Straight Spring Training Loss Stings Rays
By Christine Roy The Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training is off to a rough start. In their first four games this year, they have come up short. Today things were no different when they lost to the Minnesota Twins 3-2.McCutchen's New Deal
By Samantha Russo It's a pay day for the face of the franchise. Andrew McCutchen and the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a six-year, $51.5 million contract.Buccos Best Bombers
By Alex Yoh The Pirates beat the visiting Yankees 7-4 today in front of one of the largest crowds in McKechnie Field history. Andrew McCutchen had two hits to lead Pittsburgh to its second straight Grapefruit League win.Yankees Manager Joe Girardi Talks Spring Training
Yankees manager Joe Girardi talks Spring Training with WEBN Sports reporter Samantha Russo before a game with the Pittsburgh Pirates at Pirates McKechnie Field.WEBN at Spring Training
WEBN Sports is in Florida. Our crew is covering the Grapefruit League during Major League Baseball's spring training.No More Boozing In Boston
By Ryan Pfleiderer Bobby Valentine is making big changes. Some of those include no drinking.Kansas City Chiefs Sign CB Stanford Routt
By Trevor Savage They say one team's trash is another team's treasure.
James Neal Is Staying Put In Pittsburgh
By Cody Marcroft James Neal is having himself quite a year on and off the ice.
Rajon Rondo Suspended for Throwing Ball
By Austin Fontanella Just when you thought things couldn't get any worse in Boston, Celtics' guard Rajon Rondo has upped the ante.
Red Sox Truck Heading South
By Samantha Edwards Truck day means one thing to Red Sox fans...springtime.Josh Hamilton has Alcohol Relapse
By Courtney Swift Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton has had an alcohol relapse. The relapse came at a Dallas bar last week.Football Brain Injuries Can Be Devastating
By Garrett Turner Football is considered to be the all-American sport. But more and more we are realizing the dangers that football players' brains face.Super Bowl XLVI is Deja Vu All Over Again
By Patrick Welter The Giants vs Patriots Super Bowl sequel ended the same as the first. The New York Giants are Super Bowl champions.And The Payton Winner Is...
By Emari Traffie Ravens center Matt Birk is the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year.Inaugural NFL Honors Winners
By Elizabeth Montaquila The first ever NFL Honors was a success.Occupy the Super Bowl
By Patrick Welter It's all about the unions for Occupy Indianapolis.Payton Man Of Year Finalists
By Emari Traffie Three out of 32 NFL players have been chosen as finalists for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award.NFL Expansion Not On Agenda
By Emari Traffie If the NFL expands, it will probably look west. But that could be in the very far future.NFL Alumni Hit the Red Carpet
By Garrett Turner Tonight in Indianapolis the red carpet was rolled out for NFL Alumni.The Coughlin Super Bowl Way
By Garrett Turner Tom Coughlin has the definition for winning. Today, the New York Giants head coach described his winning mantra.Rob Gronkowski Injury Update
By Elizabeth Montaquila Rob Gronkowski is looking good. This morning at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis, Patriots head coach Bill Belichick said that Gronkowski is doing better than expected following his limited practice yesterdayThree Point Clutch
By Garrett Turner Clutch is the difference between love and hate. That's what NFL field goal kickers experience late in the fourth quarter with the game on the line.
The NFL Gets Physical
By Elizabeth Montaquila The NFL wants to keep its players healthy.Giants are a Band of Brothers
By Patrick Welter What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. For the New York Giants, that adversity started early.Brees Fights Childhood Obesity
By Emari Traffie Drew Brees is in town, but not for the Super Bowl.Super Bowl Word of the Day Is Preparation
By Garrett Turner This time practice has to make perfect. That's because the Super Bowl is on the line.Patriots vs. Super Bowl History
By Patrick Welter The odds are stacked against the Patriots defense. History says so.Gronkowski Practices, Not Sure About Super Bowl
By Patrick Welter Rob Gronkowski is back. The Patriots tight end practiced for the first time since injuring his ankle in the AFC championship game against the Baltimore Ravens.Giants Couglin Embraces Change
By Garrett Turner Tom Coughlin has changed a lot over the years. The Giants coach has developed a reputation of being a strict disciplinarian and not a "players" coachSuper Bowl Sibling Rivalry
By Emari Traffie Eli can't escape Peyton's shadow.Giants Defensive Line Is Focused
By Patrick Welter The Giants defensive line doesn't care what the Patriots do or say. The players' focus is on execution.First Time Fans At Super Bowl Media Day
By Emari Traffie Fans filled the stands on Media Day.Giants Kiwanuka Returns To Indy
By Garrett Turner Giants linebacker Mathias Kiwanuka has come full circle.James' Journey to Super Bowl XLVI
By Patrick Welter James Gale used to struggle to find clean water. Now he's presenting the game ball at Super Bowl XLVI.Trouble in Gronk Nation
By Elizabeth Montaquila Rob Gronkowski's Super Bowl fate is still unknown. Today the powerhouse New England Patriots' tight-end said he is taking his ankle injury one day at a time.Not Brady's First Rodeo
By Garrett Turner Tom Brady's first Media Day was ten years ago. He had just replaced Drew Bledsoe as the starting quarterback for the New England Patriots.Pujols To The Angels
By Garrett Turner -- 12/8/11 There will be a new Angel--in the infield. Sources have told ESPN's Buster Olney the three-time MVP Albert Pujols has signed a 10-year, $250 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels.Marlins Reel in Reyes
By Greg Burud -- 12/05/11 This Marlin is a big catch. Tuesday, the new-look Miami Marlins signed shortstop Jose Reyes to a 6-year, $106 million contract. A club option for a seventh year could pay Reyes $22 million or result in a $5 million buyoutJaguars Fire Del Rio, Owner Weaver to sell team
By Patrick Hutchinson -- 12/1/11 The Jacksonville Jaguars have parted ways with longtime coach Jack Del Rio. Del Rio has been on the sidelines for the Jags' for nine seasons
Detroit Lions' Suh Suspended
By Christine Roy -- 11/30/11 If the NFL were a high school, Roger Goodell would be the principal. Ndamukong Suh would be the bully who never learns his lesson. It seems as though his November conversation with Goodell about the rules of the game meant nothing
Valentine's Day Comes Early For Boston
By Patrick Hutchinson -- 11/29/11 The Boston Red Sox have chosen Bobby Valentine to become their next manager. Valentine, who this past season was an ESPN analyst for "Baseball Tonight", is returning to the bigs after almost a decade.Christmas Came Early: NBA LOCKOUT OVER
By Markus Garcia -- 11/28/11 Christmas came early..well almost. After 149 days the NBA Lockout is expected to come to an end. Saturday the NBA owners and NBA Players tentatively agreed on a new CBA.
Verlander Wins AL MVP Award
By Courtney Swift -- 11/28/11 Justin Verlander is the American League's Most Valuable Player. He is the first pitcher in 25 years to claim the honor since Oakland's Dennis Eckersley in 1992New York Jets' Rex Ryan Fined $75K
By Markus Garcia -- 11/22/11 Rex Ryan is putting his money where his mouth is. On MondayThe NFL fined the Jets coach, $75,000 for cursing at a fan nine days ago at MetLife Stadium. This is one of the largest coaches' fines in recent NFL history.
Mariners Outfielder Greg Halman Stabbed to Death
By Samantha Russo -- 11/22/11 Early Monday morning Seattle Mariners outfielder Greg Halman was stabbed to death. His 22-year-old brother Jason Halman was arrested as a suspect.
NBA Lockout Update
By Alex Yoh -- 11/18/11 Almost a quarter of this NBA season is gone. This week the league announced the cancellation of all games through December fifteenth.
Cubs Pick Sveum As Manager
By Courtney Swift -- 11/18/11 The Chicago Cubs have hired Dale Sveum as their new manager. He has reportedly received a three-year deal with an fourth year option. He will turn 48 at the end of this month.
Papelbon Is Shipping Down To Philly
By Courtney Swift --11/12/11 Boston Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon is leaving the Fenway Faithful for Philadelphia. Papelbon has reportedly signed a four-year $50 million deal with the PhilliesPujols Gets a Marlins' Offer
By Sarah Luz -- 11/12/11 The Marlins aren't only looking to change their name and logo. The new-look Miami Marlins have given Albert Pujols a contract offer. Details of the deal have not been disclosed. However he is the biggest name on the free-agent market.Paterno Out At Penn State
By Markus Garcia --11/11/11 Joe Paterno is officially out as the Nittany Lions head coach. The Penn State Board of Trustees has fired both Head Coach Paterno and President Graham Spainer. This ends the legendary coach's 46 years with the team.The Big Bad Bruins are Back
By Sarah Luz --11/03/11 The Bruins have snapped their losing streak. Tuesday, the Bs broke a three-game losing run with a 5-3 triumph over the Ottawa Senators at the TD Garden.La Russa Retires From Cardinals
By Markus Garcia --11/3/11 Tony La Russa is going out on top. Just days after the Cardinals won game seven of The World Series, the 67 year old manager announced that he is retiring.Theo Epstein Heads to Chicago
By Samantha Russo -- 10/12/2011 Another manager is leaving Boston. It is reported that Red Sox General Manager Theo Epstein is going to the Cubs. He has reportedly signed a five-year, almost $20 million deal with the Chicago.
Animal Kingdom could take Triple Crown
By Anaridis Rodriguez -- 05/09/11 Animal Kingdom could take the Triple Crown. Racing experts claim the colt may have the chance of winning big and being the next 3-year-old to win it all.Women's Day at The Derby
By Saniya Ghanoui -- 05/07/11 Rosie was the Riveter of this Derby. Rosie Napravnik has become the first woman to finish in the top ten in a Kentucky Derby. She is also only the sixth female jockey to compete in the race.Velazquez Wins After All
By Anaridis Rodriguez -- 05/07/11 John Velazquez was not Animal Kingdom's original jockey. The horse's rider was changed days before the race. But that did not hinder Velazquez's plans to win with the underdog.Suffolk Downs Celebrates The Derby
By Ryan Pfleiderer -- 05/07/11 No horses, no problem...That was the mood at Suffolk Downs on Derby Day. There was not any live horse racing but there was the next best thing. The East Boston thoroughbred race track held its annual "Biggest and Best Kentucky Derby Day Party" to celebrate the 137th race at Churchill Downs.Underdog Animal Kingdom Wins The Derby
By Brandon Penny -- 05/07/11 And the winner is... Animal Kingdom. The Kentucky-bred horse has won the 137th Kentucky Derby in his first race on dirt. His odds were 21-1.Thousands Are Waiting For The Derby
By Brandon Penny -- 05/07/11 The 137th Kentucky Derby is less than an hour away. The 19 jockeys are preparing their horses for what some consider the most exciting two minutes in sports.Plum Pretty wins Kentucky Oaks
By Saniya Ghanoui -- 05/06/11 Plum Pretty was more the peach of the race. The 3-year-old filly exploded out of the starting line gates to win first place and the $1 million purse in the Kentucky Oaks 137 at Churchill Downs.
Bobby Flay's Her Smile Ready to Run
By Justine Frostad -- 05/06/11 Celebrity chef Bobby Flay is running a filly called Her Smile in the Kentucky Oaks. Today's race is another milestone in Flay's horse racing life.
Castellano Is Ready With Derby Kitten
By Anaridis Rodriguez -- 05/06/11 Think of 19 horses, 2 minutes and 2 million dollars...that is the stake at tomorrow's Kentucky Derby. WEBN got a chance to speak to derby jockey Javier Castellano. He is riding Derby Kitten and says he's comfortable with his post position.Napravnik Confident "Pants On Fire" Will Love Running in Slop
By Justine Frostad -- 05/06/11 Rosie Napravnik is hoping to make history tomorrow. She would become the first female jockey to cross the finish line first in the Derby. Right now she is one of the top riders in U.S. thoroughbred racing.Hats Take Center Stage
By Anaridis Rodriguez -- 05/06/11 Go big or go home. That's the motto behind one of the most celebrated traditions of the Kentucky Derby...the derby hats.Kindergarteners Take On The Derby
By Saniya Ghanoui -- 05/06/11 The Kentucky Derby is a race for 3-year olds. But this year the contenders are a couple years older...in the Kindergarten Derby.BREAKING NEWS - DERBY HORSE SCRATCHED
By Justine Frostad -- 05/06/11 Uncle Mo will not be running in the Kentucky Derby this Saturday. Owner Mike Repole and trainer Todd Pletcher made the announcement that they have scratched the colt from the Derby.Mixed Emotions At The Derby Post-Positions Draw
By Saniya Ghanoui -- 05/06/11 This was one of the few times when being number one is not the best option. It turns out that number eight is a solid choice. Dialed In drew eighth place in the post-position draw for the 137th running of the Kentucky Derby.Roses Stand Out At the Derby
By Justine Frostad -- 05/05/11 It takes a lot of roses to decorate "The Run For The Roses." That is what some people call the Kentucky Derby. Thousands of roses are sorted through by hand to make sure the best of the best are selected for the decoration.Kentucky Derby Prep is Underway
By Justine Frostad -- 05/05/11 Horses train bright and early. Kentucky Derby weekend is fast approaching and the horses have been working on the racetrack as their trainers prepare them for their respective races.Halladay Takes Down The Empire
By Samantha Russo -- 3/10/2011 The 2-year extension of Phillies manager Charlie Manuel wasn't the only good news Philadelphia fans got today. Phillies ace Roy Halladay took down the visiting New York Yankees in a 7-0 victory.Manuel Signs On For Two More Years
By Greg Burud -- 3/10/2011 Charlie will stay in charge. The Philadelphia Phillies re-signed manager Charlie Manuel after a long negotiation process. Manuel's new contract will have him leading the Phillies through 2013.Yogi Berra Taken Away In Ambulance
By Samantha Russo -- 3/10/2011 85-year-old Yogi Berra was brought to a hospital in Clearwater, Florida this afternoon. Sources said the Yankees Hall-Of-Famer fell on his backside after catching one of his sneakers on the carpet in the New York Yankees clubhouse. Berra was visiting the Bright House Field to watch the Yankees take on the Philadelphia Phillies.Mike Cameron Bounces Back
By Jerilyn Novia -- 03/10/11 "Stay healthy, stay healthy, stay healthy, have fun, stay healthy." Those are Mike Cameron's goals for the upcoming season.Navarro Takes One For The Team
By Nick Coit -- 03/10/11 There's good news and bad news for Yamaico Navarro. The good news is that his team, the Boston Red Sox, defeated the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 tonight at City of Palms Park in Fort Myers, FL. Navarro's hit by pitch with the bases loaded was the difference in the 9th inning.Tigers Honor Past Great
By Greg Burud -- 3/9/2011 Steve Boros earned his Tiger stripes. Today, the late Detroit third baseman was honored. He had played seven seasons with the club over the course of his career.Damon And Ramirez Reunited With The Rays
By Samantha Russo -- 3/9/2011 The Tampa Bay Rays lost a lot of key players this off season. But, the club gained two invaluable veterans with playoff experience. Former Red Sox teammates Johnny Damon and Manny Ramirez are back together but this time in in Tampa Bay.Tampa Bay Rays Fate Unpredictable
By Samantha Russo -- 3/9/2011 It was a rough offseason for the Tampa Bay Rays pitching staff. Last year's bullpen was one of the best in the majors and Rays franchise history. Closer Rafael Soriano signed with the New York Yankees.Tigers Legend Stays In The Game
By Greg Burud -- 3/9/2011 Fifty years later, he's still got it. Five decades ago, Jake Wood became the first African-American from the Tigers' farm system to play for Detroit. Today, the 73-year-old donned his Tiger's cap and took the field once moreSchneider's Three-Run Homer Tames Tigers
By Ryan Pfleiderer -- 03/08/2011 It only took four batters to score four runs. In the second inning, the Detroit Tigers were defenseless as the Philadelphia Phillies came out swinging. Raul Ibanez, Delwyn Young, Ross Gload and Brian Schneider had consecutive hits off of Tigers' starter Rick Porcello. The biggest blow came off Schneider's bat.Orioles Soar To Victory
By Benjamin Barker -- 3/9/2011 The Orioles didn't waste any time showing off their new offense. The Baltimore Orioles got to Minnesota ace Francisco Liriano early, tagging the lefty for 6 runs in just an inning and two thirds.Markakis Takes It Day By Day
By Benjamin Barker -- 3/9/2011 Nick Markakis is a diamond in the rough. It has been twelve years since the Baltimore Orioles finished above .500, but Nick Markakis gives Orioles fans something to cheer for.Twins Success Starts With Span
By Benjamin Barker -- 3/9/2011 He sees the first pitch of the game. Being a leadoff hitter in the MLB comes with a lot of added pressure. For the Minnesota Twins, that pressure falls on the shoulders of Denard Span.Martinez Shakes Up Center of American League
By Nick Coit -- 03/09/11 The American League Central Division saw some big changes in the offseason. The biggest was the Detroit Tigers' signing of Victor Martinez. The former Red Sox catcher signed a four-year, $50 million contract with Detroit, where he said he feels comfortable.The Big Five Of Philly
By Jerilyn Novia -- 03/09/11 The Philadelphia Phillies are gambling with some aces. Manager Charlie Manuel has high hopes for his rotation this season. "We are going to send a guy out there every day, all five days and who are very capable of pitching a shutout or a no-hitter or keeping you real close in the game."Wise Brings Wisdom To Young Outfield
By Nick Coit -- 03/08/2011 Imagine yourself on the field when your pitcher is throwing a perfect game. Yes, your teammate on the mound is feeling nervous, but what about you and the guys behind him? Everything is riding on the plays you make in the field. No one on your team wants to be "that guy," the guy who messed with perfection.Matt Dominguez has Big League Dreams
By Samantha Russo -- 03/08/2011 Spring training is an exciting time for fans, players and coaches. But for Marlins rookie Matt Dominguez, it is much more than that. Four years ago Dominguez was the 12th overall pick in the MLB amateur draft and is likely to make his major league debut this season.It's All On The Line For Leyland
By Benjamin Barker -- 03/08/2011 Six years ago they were the laughing stock of the league. 2005 marked the twelfth straight season that the Detroit Tigers finished with a losing record. Just one year later the Tigers were in the World Series.Young Fish Leads Florida Through Tiger Town
By Nick Coit -- 03/08/2011 Matt Dominguez is proving his doubters wrong. Coming into Spring Training, many baseball experts believed the only thing holding Dominguez back from the majors was his ability to hit big league pitching. Today, he may have taken a big step forward.Rivero Ends It In Style
By Greg Burud -- 03/08/2011 It took nine innings, but the Phillies got the job done. It was a seesaw game. Carlos Rivero hit a bloop single to center field to bring home Josh Barfield and a 4-3 walkoff win. It was another walkoff loss for the Orioles.Carl Crawford Switches Sides
By Benjamin Barker -- 03/07/2011 The Boston Red Sox have never been known for their speed. When General Manager Theo Epstein signed Carl Crawford this off-season, he changed the entire dynamic of his team. The addition of Crawford gives the Red Sox two legitimate base-stealing threats, a threat that the team has never had.Red Sox Prospects On The Back Burner
By Jerilyn Novia -- 03/07/2011 The Boston Red Sox have a stacked lineup. There is little room for even the most talented rookies.Navarro's Walk-off Sinks Orioles In The 9th
By Benjamin Barker -- 03/07/2011 Sox fans went home happy after a walk-off single by Yamaico Navarro. City of Palms Park was sold out again on Monday afternoon as the Boston Red Sox defeated the Baltimore Orioles 6-5.Rays Roll As Pirates Pitching Falters
By Greg Burud -- 03/07/2011 Tyler Yates went down with the Pirates' ship. In the eighth inning, Yates took the mound for Pittsburgh and the Rays took home a 4-2 victory.A New Era For The Pittsburgh Pirates
By Samantha Russo -- 03/07/2011 The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't seen a winning season in over a decade. But, manager Clint Hurdle is no stranger to rebuilding a team that's struggling. Four years ago Hurdle led Colorado to its first National League pennant in franchise history. The Rockies went on to play in the World Series that season but lost to the Boston Red Sox. Also that year, the team compiled the highest single-season fielding percentage in Major League history. Hurdle's efforts in Colorado earned him a third place spot for the National League Manager-of-the-Year award.Veterans Give Hope To Orioles
By Benjamin Barker -- 03/07/2011 They haven't made the playoffs since 1997. They haven't been to a World Series since 1983. Still, there is hope for the Baltimore Orioles. Just one season removed from spending most of last year at the bottom of the American League East, Baltimore now has a roster that can compete in its division.USA Sled Hockey Returns to Top of Paralympic Podium
By Stephanie Greenland -- Team USA has captured gold in Paralympic sled hockey. The U.S. did it by defeating Japan 2-0 in Vancouver yesterday. Alexi Salamone drove the puck home despite heavy traffic in front of the net with 10:50 remaining in the first period.Pirates President Coonelly is Rebuilding
By Brett Connolly - 3/14/2010 Hope is an important word for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Change is another one. They have had 17 consecutive losing seasons but are determined to have this one be different.Phillies' Utley is a Serious Star
By Daniel Massar - 3/13/2010 The Phillies are coming into the new season with high expectations. Star second baseman Chase Utley believes his team has a good mindset heading into the new campaign.
Counting on Crawford
By Daniel Sardinha - 3/12/2010 Carl Crawford seems to be running his way to a big contract. The speedster is the longest tenured player on the team but if the Rays want to keep him in Tampa it is going to cost them.Phillies' Howard Ready for the Race
By Daniel Massar - 3/12/2010 Ryan Howard has already accomplished a lot in his first 5 years in the Big Leagues. He is a former Rookie of the Year winner and a two-time National League MVP. Howard has also led the Phillies to three straight NL East titles, two straight NL Titles, and a World Series win in 2008. Howard expects a competitive race in the division this year.Tigers Confident in Bouncing Back
By Evan Anderholm - 3/12/2010 Sometimes the past is hard to forget. Just ask the Detroit Tigers.Coghlan's Star Shines Bright in Florida
By Johnny Russo - 3/12/2010 If you want to learn how to mold young baseball talent, call the Florida Marlins. The front office has been breeding young talent since their inaugural season back in 1993.
Young Marlins Growing Older
By Johnny Russo - 3/12/2010 Youth in baseball is something every team wants but few teams have. The Florida Marlins have always had youth on their side but their win-loss record has never been the record to match. Last year the Marlins posted 87 wins.
Mills is the Man in Houston
By Daniel Sardinha - 3/11/2010 Brad Mills has a major league challenge ahead of him. The former Red Sox bench coach was named the Houston Astros manager in October. He will be asked to take the Astros back to October baseball and that will not be any easy task.Astros' Slugger Berkman Entering Critical Year
By Evan Anderholm - 3/11/2010 As players get older and their contracts begin to end, they must prove themselves to their team in order to earn another contract. For Houston Astros' first baseman Lance Berkman this is his exact scenario.Here's Johnny!
By Evan Anderholm - 3/11/2010 The way the Detroit Tigers' finished their 2009 season was a tough pill to swallow. In the last month of the season the team gave up a seven-game lead to lose the American League Central crown.Garciaparra Says Goodbye as a Member of the Red Sox
By Daniel Massar -- 3/10/2010 Nomar Garciaparra said goodbye to Major League Baseball with the same team he had said hello, the Boston Red Sox.Strong Western Conference Presence in Vancouver
The N.H.L.'s Western Conference stars are shining bright at the Olympics games.
Amar'e To Stay Put in Phoenix
By Trevor Savage It looks as though Amar'e Stoudemire isn't going anywhere. Thursday, Suns owner Robert Sarver announced the All-Star center isn't likely to be traded before Thursday's 3 PM trade deadline. Stoudemire has not voiced an opinion either way about being traded, and says he feels relieved he is no longer being shopped around.
Eastern Conference Well Represented at Goaltending Position
By Brandon Fox -- The 2010 Olympic Games is a showcase of some of the best goaltending the National Hockey League has to offer. The Eastern Conference is well represented in that respect.
Who's #1
By Austin Fontanella In a season where the absence of traditional powerhouses is mixed with multiple upsets one question still remains; who is the best team in college basketball? Over the past couple of weeks four teams have made their case as to why they should hold the number one spot.
American Soccer Beat
By Gregory Burud Calling it the MLS pre-"season" may be a bit premature, as the regular season is still in doubt since no collective bargaining agreement has yet been reached. While the CBA was supposed to expire at the beginning of the month, the league and its players have agreed to extend the deadline to Feb. 12.
The Beat of the NFC North
By Markus Garcia One of the biggest storylines from the NFC North this season was the Chicago Bears acquisition of pro bowl Quarterback Jay Cutler. The Bears traded starting Quarterback Kyle Orton, along with two first-round draft picks and one third round draft pick to the Denver Broncos for Jay Cutler and a fifth round draft pick.
Offseason on the West Coast
By Ryan Pfleiderer The Arizona Diamondbacks can breathe a sigh of relief. Former Cy Young Award winner Brandon Webb threw off a mound on last Tuesday for the first time since having shoulder surgery last August.
The Wild, Wild West
By Jeffrey Hancock As the Western Conference heads into the Olympic break, 14 of the 15 teams are still alive in the playoff race. Top teams like San Jose and Chicago have solidified their playoff spots.
Party in the Pac-10
By Bryan Drozda Going into Thursday, three games separated first from last in the Pac-10.
Ice Dancers Davis & White Talk Twizzles
By Hanna Rudorf -- 10/06/09 Ice dancers Meryl Davis and Charlie White share with WEBN the various techniques used in ice dancing and how their sport differs from pairs figure skating.Mirai Nagasu Takes Her Training to the Next Level
By Brandon Penny -- 10/04/09 This past summer, 2008 National Champion Mirai Nagasu made a major change to her training. She told WEBN how important the skater-coach relationship is, why she made the change, the disadvantages of switching coaches in an Olympic year, and what it's like skating with a world champion.Olympic Gold Medalist Ted Ligety Talks About the Pressure To Win in Vancouver
Men's alpine skier Ted Ligety talks about the added pressure of going for a second consecutive gold medal....
Detroit's new Tiger
Detroit's biggest off-season addition won't play an inning this season. He won't even warm-up before games. WEBN's Scott Jackson reports.
Catcher of the future impresses Orioles of the present
Baltimore Orioles' top prospect Matt Wieters is impressing scouts all around baseball. WEBN's Evan Anderholm reports.
Lester contract looming
Jon Lester's contract negotiations remain on-going. WEBN's Dan Massar has the latest news.
Alvarez creating buzz at Pirates Camp
WEBN's Evan Anderholm reports on how a franchise with a history of losing is being invigorated by a young star in the making.
NHL Deadline Deals
WEBN's Jesse Liebman breaks down who may be moving where on Wednesday's NHL Trade Deadline day.